Deforestation in Malaysia

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  • Created by: amy.curry
  • Created on: 26-12-19 19:28

Deforestation in Malaysia

Causes

  • Logging
  • Mineral Extraction
  • Population
  • Energy
  • Subsistence Farming
  • Commercial Farming

Effects

  • Soil Erosion
  • Climate Change
  • Economic Development
  • Loss of Biodiversity

Overall summary

The causes of deforestation mainly have negative effects however they all provide jobs for locals and provide them with a source of income. If deforestation in rainforests can be managed sustainably then there can be a balance between the costs and benefits, Ways to manage the rainforest include ecotourism, creation of national parks and government and global policies 

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